Grant Writer, Academic Health Enterprise (Hybrid) - Entry Level

University of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Health benefits

Tuition remission

Retirement match

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation

Job summary

University of Cincinnati Foundation seeks an entry-level Grant Writer for the Academic Health Enterprise. You will identify, solicit, and steward foundations and corporations with grant capabilities from $25K up to $250K+.

The role collaborates with faculty and staff, manages a 50-60 prospect portfolio, and prepares proposals and reports. Hybrid work in Cincinnati, OH with travel as needed; bachelor’s degree and 1–2 years fundraising experience required; strong writing/editing skills and MS

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 1-2 years of experience in medical/healthcare fundraising preferred.
• Excellent writing and editing skills are essential.
• Proven gift solicitation and closure track record preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and research grant resources to support Academic Health Enterprise priorities.
• Build and manage portfolio of 50-60 major gift prospects.
• Write and submit proposals, LOIs, cover letters and marketing cases for support.

Skills

Excellent writing

Editing skills

MS Office proficiency

Strong communication

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database management

Job description

University of Cincinnati Foundation seeks an entry-level Grant Writer for the Academic Health Enterprise. You will identify, solicit, and steward foundations and corporations with grant capabilities from $25K up to $250K+.

The role collaborates with faculty and staff, manages a 50-60 prospect portfolio, and prepares proposals and reports. Hybrid work in Cincinnati, OH with travel as needed; bachelor’s degree and 1–2 years fundraising experience required; strong writing/editing skills and MS